Violence and Bullying Prevention in Schools Week

Every spring, a week is dedicated to the prevention of violence and bullying in schools. This week is an opportunity for education stakeholders to reflect on everyone’s rights and responsibilities in preventing violence, bullying and cyberbullying.

In 2026, the Violence and Bullying Prevention in Schools Week will be held from March 23 to 27. The theme this year is: Do you have the right?

Many activities and resources have been planned for students, their families and school staff.

The order of activities (PDF 268 Kb) is provided as a reference and can be adapted to suit each school or group. For example, activities can be carried out at different times and adjusted according to the students’ age group.

This initiative presents a great opportunity to involve internal or external resource persons to explore the topics covered in the activities in greater depth or to lead certain workshops.

Violence, bullying and cyberbullying raise many questions, particularly with regard to what is allowed or not allowed by law. This workshop invites students to reflect on these issues based on real-life situations and statements that spark debate. These discussions help promote a better understanding of the rules, rights, responsibilities and legal consequences related to violent behaviour and bullying.

The activities are designed to encourage students to take a stance and explain their views on violence and bullying, to recognize its various forms and to understand that certain actions may result in disciplinary, civil or criminal consequences.

Éducaloi workshop for students in elementary and secondary schools (depending on the topics chosen) (PPTX 12.53 Mb)

This activity helps to clearly define violence and bullying among students and to emphasize that these unacceptable behaviours have negative effects, not only on the person who experiences them, but also on witnesses who see or are aware of the situation. The activity also addresses the consequences of failing to follow the rules.

Éducaloi information sheet (PDF 96 Kb)

Activity sheet: Preschool, Elementary Cycles One and Two (PDF 1.80 Mb)

Activity sheet: Elementary Cycle Three and secondary school (PDF 754 Kb)

At school, every staff member has the right to be respected and feel safe. This activity gives students the opportunity to reflect on the vital role of school staff, which involves supporting, guiding and encouraging students in their development and learning. Violence directed at staff members can cause harm, have a negative impact on the school climate, and result in disciplinary, civil or criminal consequences. That is why the school’s code of conduct, school rules and the law set out the expected behaviour from students.

Éducaloi information sheet (PDF 1.10 Mb)

Activity sheet: Preschool, Elementary Cycles One and Two (PDF 2.58 Mb)

Activity sheet: Elementary Cycle Three and secondary school (PDF 722 Kb)

Technology is all around us, and students are starting to use it at an increasingly young age. It is therefore important to educate children from an early age about healthy online habits and how to avoid violent or harmful content.

Even though the use of cell phones is not permitted on school premises, online interactions can still have an impact on school life. Some people are aware that their words or actions can cause harm in cyberspace, while others do not always realize it. In addition, sharing intimate images, threats and harassment may result in disciplinary action and, in some cases, civil or criminal consequences.

Éducaloi information sheet (PDF 110 Kb)

Activity sheet: Preschool, Elementary Cycles One and Two (PDF 661 Kb)

Activity sheet: Elementary Cycle Three and secondary school (PDF 693 Kb)

Activity sheet: Elementary school (PDF 1.40 Mb)

Activity sheet: Secondary school (PDF 0.98 Mb)

Parents have a central and essential role to play in preventing and dealing with situations of violence or bullying, whether these take place between students, against school staff, at school or online. It is their responsibility not only to talk with their children regularly, but also to take an active interest in what is happening at school, to remain attentive to their children’s behaviour, and to ensure that the values of respect, kindness and empathy are passed on and demonstrated in everyday life.

As their children’s primary role models, parents must set an example by respecting boundaries, rules and others, so that their children can rely on consistent guidelines. They are also responsible for getting to know the school’s anti-bullying and anti-violence plan and using it as a tool for collaboration when a problem arises, in order to ensure a coordinated and effective response.

To prevent cyberbullying, it is essential that parents support their children in developing healthy and safe habits when using digital technology. This involves actively monitoring their behaviour online, maintaining an ongoing dialogue about the risks of cyberspace, raising their children’s awareness of the consequences of their actions and encouraging them to talk openly about their interactions on social media.

If an incident occurs, parents have a responsibility to support their children constructively: listening to them without judgment, taking the situation seriously, reassuring them, and working quickly and closely with the school to ensure a consistent response. Their role is instrumental in creating an environment where respect, safety and well-being for all are shared priorities.

Advice for parents: Encourage calm, regular conversations, listen without judgment and reassure the child that they can always come and talk about a difficult situation.